by Hector Milla
Lactobacillus acidophilus may cure different
diseases according to some experts. It is a lactic acid producing
bacteria that it is thought to have beneficial effects on digestion and
overall health. Under some experts, yogurt with acidophilus culture and
acidophilus on its own has been shown to clear up yeast infections and
vaginitis in children and adults, among other properties.
Acidophilus –experts explain- is a nutritional
supplement product, which is often added to milk or sold as a capsule.
It contains one or more bacteria which aid in digestion. Among these
bacteria, you can find Lactobacillus acidophilus (A); Lactobacillus
casei (C); Lactobacillus bulgaricus; Bifidobacterium bifidus (B) and
Streptococcus thermophilus.
L. acidophilus, however, is not present in all
brands of yogurt. So, you will have to check the labels of products.
Acidophilus supplements usually work quickly and effectively. This
occurs because they contain as many as one billion individual friendly
bacteria per gram.
However, for those who cannot use milk products,
acidophilus is also present in carrots, soybeans, rice starch, garbanzo
beans and other sources. Health food stores carry a variety of
acidophilus supplements in capsule, liquid and powder form. Some of the
formulas contain bifidobacteria, another helpful bacterium, as well as
vitamin C and other nutrients.
With the powder, you can make your own yogurt-type
drink. For best results, acidophilus supplements should be taken on an
empty stomach before breakfast, one hour before other meals. Many who
have difficulty digesting ordinary dairy products often have success
with cultured milk products, such as yogurt or acidophilus milk.
